Lisandro Martinez Says Lionel Messi Remains Argentina’s Fighting Standard

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Lisandro Martinez Says Lionel Messi Remains Argentina’s Fighting Standard

Martinez praised Messi after Argentina’s 3-2 win over Cabo Verde sent them into the Round of 16. “He’s the best player in history,” Martinez told ESPN, calling him “a massive example” at 39. He said Messi suffered losses, “never gave up” and has “nothing left to prove,” yet still fights with passion the squad must follow now.

By Nischay Rathore

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$10 Billion Reason Behind FIFA Already Ensuring That USA Returns to Host 2038 World Cup

FIFA expects $10B profit from the 2026 cycle, making another U.S. World Cup tempting. Its rotation rule bars a host confederation for the next two editions. Spain, Portugal and Morocco block Europe/Africa in 2030; Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay block South America by hosting one match each. Saudi Arabia blocks Asia in 2034, leaving only North America eligible in 2038.

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World Cup Round of 16 Bracket Locks In After Three Late Results

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World Cup Round of 16 Bracket Locks In After Three Late Results

Australia advanced 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw with Egypt, before Argentina outlasted Cabo Verde 3-2 and Colombia edged Ghana 1-0 to complete the World Cup Round of 16 bracket. Argentina now meet Egypt on July 7, while Switzerland face Colombia. Canada-Morocco, France-Paraguay, Brazil-Norway, Mexico-England, Portugal-Spain and United States-Belgium complete the slate.

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Liverpool Open Door to Serious Virgil van Dijk Offers

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Liverpool Open Door to Serious Virgil van Dijk Offers

TEAMtalk reports Van Dijk is no longer considered untouchable, with Liverpool prepared to assess serious summer offers for their captain. AC Milan have made enquiries, while MLS, Saudi Pro League, Galatasaray and Fenerbahce clubs are monitoring his situation. Liverpool aren’t actively seeking a sale, but both club and player would review any major proposal this window.

By Nischay Rathore

Argentina vs Cabo Verde Breaks Worldwide Viewership Record

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Argentina vs Cabo Verde Breaks Worldwide Viewership Record

Argentina’s 3-2 extra-time win over Cabo Verde has reportedly become the most-watched 2026 World Cup match globally, drawing 2.7B views. The Round of 32 thriller featured Lionel Messi’s 20th World Cup goal, Cabo Verde’s two comebacks, Sidny Lopes Cabral’s 103rd-minute golazo and Cristian Romero’s 111th-minute winner, turning an underdog classic into a global spectacle for fans worldwide.

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England Players Might Use Viagra Before Mexico Round of 32 Clash

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England Players Might Use Viagra Before Mexico Round of 32 Clash

Sun Sport reports England may allow players to use Viagra before facing Mexico, with Estadio Azteca sitting 7,350 feet above sea level. The medication can help reduce fatigue linked to altitude, giving Thomas Tuchel’s squad another preparation option before a Round of 16 tie already shaped by heat, storms and thin-air concerns in Mexico City.

By Nischay Rathore

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